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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Suzanne Wrack

Luis Rubiales verdict is a huge step forward – but leaves a bitter aftertaste

Luis Rubiales
Luis Rubiales has been banned from football for three years. Photograph: Chema Moya/Reuters

The verdict delivered to the disgraced former president of the Spanish football federation Luis Rubiales is a victory, but one that leaves a bitter aftertaste.

The 47-year-old was found guilty of sexual assault on Thursday for a non-consensual kiss planted on the Spain forward Jenni Hermoso during the 2023 World Cup final medal ceremony. The result is a fine of more than €10,000, a ban from going within 200 metres of Hermoso or communicating with her and €3,000 in compensation to the striker.

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